Green Chile Casserole

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: Mexican

Green Chile Casserole is a delightful dish that combines the smoky heat of Ortega green chiles with rich layers of Cheddar and Jack cheeses. It's perfect for gatherings, offering a comforting taste reminiscent of traditional Mexican Chili Rellenos, and is sure to please both spice lovers and cheese aficionados.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. Ortega green chiles
  • 1 lb. Cheddar cheese
  • 1 lb. Jack cheese
  • 4 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 large can evaporated milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp. salt

Instructions

  1. Grate the cheeses together.
  2. Butter a baking dish and put open, seedless chiles flat on the bottom of the pan.
  3. Layer cheeses over the chiles, then add another layer of chiles, and repeat until all ingredients are used.
  4. Finish with cheese on top.
  5. In a bowl, mix together the flour, evaporated milk, eggs, and salt.
  6. Pour this mixture over the chiles and cheese.
  7. Bake for 45 minutes at 350°F in a 9 x 13-inch pan.
  8. For a smaller serving, you may cut the recipe in half.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

398 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.6g 23% DV
Total Fat 12.9g 17% DV
Carbs 58.6g 21% DV
Fiber 0.8g 3% DV
Sugar 11.7g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10003.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 246.3mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 90.8mg 30% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 147mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 4mg 4% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 346.8mg 27% DV
Iron 3.3mg 18% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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